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Poole Silver Regency Style Silver Plated Lion Head Fluted Champagne Ice Bucket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Poole Silver Regency Style Silver Plated Lion Head Fluted Champagne Ice Bucket. Circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Regency Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
H 9.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Vtg Leonard Regency Style Silver Plated Lion Head Fluted Champagne Ice Bucket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Leonard Regency Style Silver Plated Lion Head Fluted Champagne Ice Bucket. Circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Regency Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
H 9.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Fine Pair Sheffield English Silver Plated Lion Unicorns Horse Shield Sconces
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
A fine pair of sheffield English silver plated lion, unicorns, horse shield back 3 candelabra light
Category
Early 20th Century English Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Reed & Barton Figural Baroque Silver Plated Lion Head Large Soup Tureen
By Reed & Barton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Reed & Barton Figural Baroque Silver Plated Lion Head Large Soup Tureen. Circa Early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Baroque Soup Tureens
Materials
Silver Plate
H 10 in W 16 in D 9.5 in
Antique English Silver Plate Lion Heads Oval Pedestal Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning antique English silver-plated oval pedestal bowl with lion head ring handles. Maker's
Category
Early 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
H 4.75 in W 14.75 in D 7.25 in
Mid-20th Century French Silver Plate Lion Heads Ice Bucket
Located in Pearland, TX
. This stylish ice bucket has lion head ring handles, decorative trim, and a sleek design with clean
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
1900's Caldwell Silver Plated Lion's Head Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell silver plated double light sconces with Lion's head.
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Adam Style Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Old English Sheffield Silver Plate / Lion Head Side Handle Tea Caddy
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Experience the timeless allure of our Old English Sheffield silver plate art deco style tea caddy
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Art Deco Tea Caddies
Materials
Silver Plate
Late Art Deco Silver Plated Lion Base Table Lamp with Art Glass Shade
Located in Nantucket, MA
From the late Art Deco period, a table lamp with a silver-plated base depicting a stalking lion
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair Regency Style Lion Silver Plate Sconces Stamped Gebelein, Boston
By George Gebelein
Located in Charleston, SC
This Regal Pair of Regency Style Silver Plate Lion Mask Two Arm Sconces where made in the early
Category
Early 20th Century American Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Silver Plated Samovar Coffee Tea Urn Regency Lions By International Silver Co.
By International Silver
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Silver plated Samovar coffee tea Urn Regency lions By International Silver Co. Item features
Category
Early 20th Century English Regency Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
H 18 in W 9 in D 8.5 in
Green Radicchio Salad Plates, Set of 4
By Bernard Palissy
Located in West Chester, PA
in Italy for The Mane Lion. Each plate features a beautifully sculpted radicchio leaf design, glazed
Category
2010s Italian Other Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Green Radicchio Dinner Plates, Set of 4
By Bernard Palissy
Located in West Chester, PA
in Italy for The Mane Lion. Each plate features a beautifully sculpted radicchio leaf design, glazed
Category
2010s Italian Other Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Silver-plate Ice Bucket by The Sheffield Silver Company with Lion Head Ring Hand
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in New York, NY
Silver plate ice bucket by The Sheffield Silver Company. The ice bucket features lions head
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
H 12 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Devon Equestrian Ceramic Dinner Plates S/4, Made in Italy
By Nove, Italy
Located in West Chester, PA
Devon Equestrian Dinner Plate - Set of 4, Made in Italy for The Mane Lion
Each plate features a
Category
2010s Italian Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Lily of the Valley Salad Plates, Handmade in Italy, S/4
Located in West Chester, PA
Majolica Lily of the Valley Salad Plate, Handmade in Italy, Set of 4 for The Mane Lion
The Mane
Category
2010s Italian Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Lily of the Valley Dinner Plate, Handmade in Italy S/4
Located in West Chester, PA
Majolica Lily of the Valley Dinner Plates, Handmade in Italy, Set of 4 for The Mane Lion
The Mane
Category
2010s Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
19th C Sheffield Silver over Copper & Original Crystal Epergne with Lions Heads
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Spectacular 19th century English silver plated epergne with figural lion's head feet and chased
Category
Antique 19th Century English Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate Sea Lion Wine or Champagne Cooler
Located in London, GB
form of a sea lion and finished in silver. The sea lion is modelled in a sitting pose, with its head
Category
20th Century English Modern Wine Coolers
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate Miniature Lion Motif "Ice Bucket" Toothpick Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
A silver plate miniature lion motif "ice bucket" toothpick holder, circa 1950s. The piece is in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Green Radicchio Soup Bowls, Set of 4
By Bernard Palissy
Located in West Chester, PA
Italy for The Mane Lion. Each plate features a beautifully sculpted radicchio leaf design, glazed in a
Category
2010s Italian Other Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Antique English Regency Lion Engraved Silver Plated Serving Platter Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Regency Lion Engraved Silver Plated Serving Platter Tray. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Regency Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate English Tea Caddy with Lion and Ring Handles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully designed Silver Plate Tea Caddy with Hinged Lid.
The piece is a compliment to any
Category
20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
The Franklin Mint 1986 Silver Plated Fluted Champagne Chiller Lion Ice Bucket
By Franklin MInt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Franklin Mint 1986 Silver Plated Fluted Champagne Chiller Lion Ice Bucket. Item features a
Category
Vintage 1980s Regency Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage French Empire Silver Plated Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket w/ Lion Heads
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Style Silver Plated Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket with Lion Head Drop Rings
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Empire Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
H 9.5 in W 9 in D 9 in
Vintage Saks Fifth Avenue Silver Plated Regency Lion Head Lidded Ice Bucket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Empire Crotch Mahogany Chest Drawers Step Back Dresser with Paw Feet. Item features column supports, lift off upper small 3 drawer section, beautiful wood grain, no ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Regency Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
H 12 in W 8.25 in D 8.25 in
Antique Reed & Barton Silver Plated Tureen with Lion Head Mounts & Medallions
By Reed & Barton
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1880 and done in the period Victorian style. This large egg shaped tureen is made of silver plate
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
H 11 in W 16 in D 10 in
Antique Silver Plated Bottle Holder or Coaster with Lion Head Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style. This bottle coaster is composed of silver plate over copper
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique English Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel with Lion Handles & Claw Feet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver plated biscuit barrel is hallmarked by an unknown maker, and originates from England
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
vintage footed butler tray silver plate. With lion shape engraved at the back
Located in Birmingham, AL
Stunning vintage butler tray silver plate. a statement piece it will add class to any entertainment
Category
Early 20th Century British Baroque Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
H 2 in W 25.25 in D 15 in
Antique Georgian Styled Silver Plated Tea or Hot Water Urn with Lion Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
date to approximately 1880 and done in a Georgian style. This urn is composed of copper with a silver
Category
Early 20th Century English Georgian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
H 12.25 in W 8.5 in D 10 in
19th C .Dutch Silver Plate Ribbed Repoussé Champagne Ice Bucket with Lion Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Beautifully unique Dutch Silver Plate Champagne or Ice Bucket. The piece is unlike any Champagne
Category
Antique 19th Century Danish Wine Coolers
Materials
Silver Plate
H 11.25 in W 8.25 in D 11 in
Pair of silver plated champagne buckets ornated on the handles with lion faces.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of champagne buckets ornated on the handles with lion faces is made of silver-plated
Category
Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Wine Coolers
Materials
Silver Plate
British Silver Plated Tea Urn Samovar 19th century Egg Shaped with Lion Heads
Located in Sweden, SE
Neoclassical shape coffee and tea urn decorated with lion heads and solid silver plating and hand
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Empire Tea Sets
Materials
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel
H 12 in W 5.7 in D 7.9 in
Centerpiece winged lions blue fired enamel sterling silver Salimbeni
By Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Large centerpiece in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on
Category
1990s Italian Napoleon III Centerpieces
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
English 19th century silver plated champagne bottle coaster
Located in Delft, NL
English 19th century silver plated champagne bottle coaster
A large round high silver-plated
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Ode to the Woods, Contemporary Porcelain Dinner Plate with Mountain Lion
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
A mountain lion, a typical animal of the woods is gently painted on this dinner plate, with soft
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of silver-plated Bread Baskets by J. Dixon & Sons, Sheffield. 19th Century
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Knivsta, SE
A pair of elegant silver-plated Bread Baskets with lion decoration by James Dixon & Sons (1835-1920
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
H 2.76 in W 10.44 in D 5.52 in
Pair of Antique Sheffield Regency Style Silver Plated Wine Coolers
By Sheffield
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
lion head accents under each handle. These silver plated wine coolers each have three components as
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Wine Coolers
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Silver Plate Table Centrepiece Glass Sheffield Epergne Dish
Located in Potters Bar, GB
silver plate work, including lions head motifs, paw feet, floral motifs, leaves and garlands
Designed to
Category
Vintage 1980s Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Antique English Regency Victorian Floral Repousse Lion Punch Bowl Ice Bucket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Regency Victorian Floral Repousse Punch Bowl Ice Bucket With Lion Head Drop Pulls
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Regency Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
H 7.5 in W 13 in D 13 in
Vintage English Regency Lion Head Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket 1971 Skeet Award
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Regency Style Lion Head Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket 1971 Skeet Award. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century Regency Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate Cache Pot, Planter with Lions Heads and Silver Coins
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with Lions Head with rings and sliver coins shown throughout.
A perfect setting for any plant, orchid
Category
20th Century English Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Silver Plate
Hammered Silver Plate Bowl with Medallions and Lion Handles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful hammered silver bowl with medallion details and lion head handles - the perfect size to
Category
20th Century European Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Lions
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell doble light sconces with rampant lions on backplate
Category
Vintage 1910s American Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Passant Lions with Hot Air Balloon, Silver Plate Epergne, Meriden
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Highly unusual, seemingly to be, one of a kind silver plate epergne by Meriden Britannia Company of
Category
Antique 1870s American Victorian Vases
Materials
Silver Plate
H 9.25 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in
Amaizing Lions Chandelier Viennese Secession, 1900, Silver Plated Bronze
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp vienna Secession
Material: silver plated bronze, glass
Style: Vienna Secession
Country
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Devon Equestrian Ceramic Salad Plates S/4, Made in Italy
By Nove, Italy
Located in West Chester, PA
Equestrian Salad Plates, Set of 4 different blanketed horses. Made in Italy for The Mane Lion
Category
2010s Italian Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Single Silver Plated Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single circa 1920's English silver-plated table lamp with lion's masks on body.
Measurements
Category
Vintage 1920s English Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
Champagne Bucket
Located in New Orleans, LA
A silver-plated champagne bucket with lion head ring handles is a classic and elegant vessel for
Category
Antique 19th Century French Wine Coolers
Materials
Silver Plate
Pierre Cardin Lion Head Pendant Necklace
By Pierre Cardin
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Cardin large and lmposing Mod lion head pendant necklace. Of brushed silver plate base
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel, Base Metal
1920's Small Silver Plated Caldwell Chandelier
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 Caldwell silver plated chandelier with lions and eagle heads
Category
Vintage 1910s American Adam Style Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell sconces, silver plated finish with rampant lions' crest design. *8
Category
Vintage 1910s American Adam Style Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's English Silver Plated Sconces with Heraldry Design
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's English silver plated double lights sconces with lion and unicorn on design
Category
Vintage 1920s English Adam Style Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated One Light Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated sconces with lion's head on arm
Category
Vintage 1910s American Adam Style Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Growling Lion Signet Ring
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany designer, Thomas Kurilla created this 18k Yellow Gold Vermeil Growling Lion Signet Ring
Category
2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings
Materials
Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Pair of Art Deco bookends of Sea Lions by Maurice Frecourt. From the 1920s
By Maurice Frecourt
Located in Knivsta, SE
marble and silver plate. Made in France during the 1920s.
Wear consistent with age and use
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Silver Plate
H 4.34 in W 5.12 in D 3.35 in
Danish Midcentury Birthday Table Flagpole with Dannebrog And Lion On The Base
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
base, with a posed lion.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble, Silver Plate
H 20.87 in W 3.94 in D 1.58 in
Large Pair Silverplated Bronze & Inlaid Coconut Shell Lion Motif Obelisks
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
pedestal base. At each corner of the base, a finely cast and detailed silver-plated bronze lion reclines
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Architectural Models
Materials
Bronze
Bibelot 19th/20th C. Horn Cyclist Trophy Drinking Cornucopia Horn of Plenty CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
plated cover on top a lion holding coat of arms.
Oak Tree Holding up the Scottish Trophy Elaborate
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
H 20 in W 14 in D 10 in
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Silver Plated Lion For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the silver plated lion you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every silver plated lion was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a silver plated lion, we have 36 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer silver plated lion, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A silver plated lion, designed in the Georgian, Regency or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one silver plated lion that is appealing in its simplicity, but Dansk Designs, Elkington & Co. and Leonard produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Silver Plated Lion?
Prices for a silver plated lion can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $79 and can go as high as $12,000, while the average can fetch as much as $779.
Questions About Silver Plated Lion
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To tell silver from silver plating, try holding a strong magnet near the item. If the magnet is attracted to the piece, it is most likely silver-plated, as solid silver is unlikely to be magnetic. You can also check the hallmarks. Markings that say silver plate, EP, EPNS, EPBM or BP indicate plating. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate the piece. Explore a large selection of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is triple-plated silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Sheffield silver plate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The difference between a silver plate and a Sheffield plate is that one item is a type of the other. Silverplate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silver plate, is the general name for any silver wares made predominantly of a base metal finished with a thin layer of pure silver.
Developed in the 1700s by Thomas Boulsover in Sheffield, England, Sheffield silverplate is a specific type of silverplate created by fusing silver with copper. This new material felt like silver but was substantially cheaper. It was then used to produce a variety of serveware, candlesticks, buttons, tea sets and more.
Find antique Sheffield silverplate and other silverplate objects for sale on 1stDibs. - What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What was silver plate called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell if a silver plate is real silver, first try holding a magnet close to it. If the magnet sticks, the piece may be silver-plated, meaning that it is primarily a base metal with a thin layer of pure silver over top. Alternatively, a magnetic plate may be crafted out of an entirely different material that simply has a silver-tone appearance. You can also research any hallmarks on the plate using trusted online resources or ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to give their expert opinion on the material. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of silver plates.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- Is silver plate worth any money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Silver plate is generally not worth very much because the silver is simply coating a base metal. Therefore they do not hold any monetary worth.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To tell if silver is solid or plated, try holding a magnet near it. Solid silver is not magnetic, but the base metals used in silver plating often are. As a result, if the magnet sticks strongly, the piece likely features silver plating. Another way to determine the materials is to look for markings. On silver wares produced in the U.S., the markings “STER,” “925” or “.925” usually indicate solid silver, while “EP,” “EPNS,” “A1” and “AA” typically indicate silver plating. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Find a variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024What silver plate is worth today varies. Because silver plate pieces contain only minimal amounts of silver, they usually don't have much value on the scrap market. However, silver plate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silverplate, may be worth something due to its style, type, age, maker, rarity and overall condition. Some silver plate makers that are popular among collectors include Reed & Barton, Gorham, Sheffield Cutlers Company, Christofle, Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Lino Sabattini, Elkington & Co. and Mappin & Webb. If you'd like a professional opinion on how much items in your collection may be worth, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. Explore a large collection of antique and vintage Sheffield silver plate and other silver plate on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if something is silver-plated or solid silver, put a magnet near it. Solid silver won't attract the magnet. However, the base metals used to produce silver-plated pieces often will. If the magnet test is inconclusive, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable expert can help you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, silver-plated items will not have a hallmark or ‘925’ stamp. Silver-plated refers to when an item, usually brass, has been coated in a thin layer of silver. You can shop a collection of authentic silver-plated items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Set the silver-plated item line glass bowl lined with aluminum foil. Mix boiling water with baking soda and pour over the item. After 5 to 10 minutes, remove the item, rinse under warm water, and dry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Yes, some silver-plate silverware is valuable. However, the maker, age and style of silver-plated silverware are usually what make it valuable. From a material standpoint, silver plate contains very little pure silver, so the metal on its own is not very valuable. Find a wide range of silverware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.